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Cape Palliser Paper Road Bylaw to allow pedestrian and cycling access

South Wairarapa District Council Strategy Working Committee today agreed on an amended Bylaw to restrict access to motorised vehicles but allow for walking and cycling access on the paper road…

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Featherston Library closing at 1pm today

Today, Wednesday 24 September, Featherston Library will be closing early at 1pm. The other libraries in Martinborough and Greytown will remain open until 5pm. Normal hours will resume at Featherston Library…

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Join our Creative Communities funding panel!

We’re on the lookout for people with experience in the arts to join our Creative Communities assessment panel. Each year the Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) provides funding to local and…

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Dumping ground discovered in Greytown

A newly discovered illegal rubbish dumping site on the outskirts of Greytown has sparked concern for the Council.  “Dumping waste like this not only damages our natural surroundings but also…

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School Holiday fun in South Wairarapa!

With kids now on school break, we thought we’d share some fun-tastic ideas to keep children entertained and parents sane. Check out this handy activity guide of things to do…

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Ngāwi Community Emergency Planning

Come along to the Ngāwi Community Hall on 27 September and plan working together as a community during a disaster. Date: Saturday, 27 September 2025 Time: 10am – 12pm Venue: Ngāwi…

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South Wairarapa Residents Survey: Quality of life high, but challenges remain

South Wairarapa residents continue to rate their quality of life highly, according to the 2025 Residents Survey – with 89% of respondents saying they enjoy a good or very good…

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Event: Managing Rural Waste – lunch and learn webinar

Interested in improving your on-farm solid waste management? Join this free session to hear practical, farmer-to-farmer solutions from rural leader and dairy farmer Trish Rankin. The event is being hosted…

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Meet Ali and learn how our libraries are celebrating Māori Language Week!

It’s Te Wiki o te Reo Māori | Māori Language Week, so we thought we’d introduce you to Ali Te Pohe, who is South Wairarapa Libraries Te Ao Māori Specialist.…

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Ngahuia Wild Bird Rescue soars thanks to council grant and community generosity

Spring began on a high-pitched note for Danielle Hill at Ngahuia Wild Bird Rescue, who received a box of fluffy ducklings – and two brand new aviaries. The aviaries were…

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